Our editorial standards
The rules we hold ourselves to, so you know what kind of review you’re reading.
Last updated September 2026
These are the standards behind everything we publish. If a review can’t meet them, it doesn’t go live.
We are independent
No platform, school, or course provider pays us for a review, previews one, or has any say in the score. We review companies we earn nothing from and keep honest scores on companies that pay us commissions.
We test before we talk
Every review is based on paid accounts, finished courses, and weeks of daily use. We never review from a press release. The full process is in how we test.
We show our reasoning
Scores come from the same six weighted criteria every time, and we explain the trade-offs rather than hiding behind a single number. When we recommend something, we say who it’s right for — and who should skip it.
We fix mistakes in the open
When we get something wrong, we correct the page and note what changed and when. Spot an error? Tell us and we’ll look into it quickly.
We keep reviews current
Prices, features, and catalogs change. We revisit reviews when they do, and date them so you know how fresh the information is.
Every review is signed
A real person stands behind each verdict. You’ll always see who tested a product and who edited the review. Questions? Email pragya@whitmoreelementary.org.